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sitting shiva
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a Jewish mourning practice (to 'sit shiva' is to observe the seven-day period of mourning); unrelated etymologically to the Hindu deity 'Śiva'.

Meanings

a Jewish mourning practice (to 'sit shiva' is to observe the seven-day period of mourning); unrelated etymologically to the Hindu deity 'Śiva'.

After the funeral, the family sat shiva at their home.

Synonyms

observe shivakeep shiva

Last updated: 2025/12/18 09:12